The Art of Perennial Gardening: Creative Ways with Hardy Flowers [Paperback]

Patrick Lima (Author), John Scanlan (Photographer)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 1998

In The Art of Perennial Garding Patrick Lima shares the secrets and strategies he has gleaned from gardening in Ontario's Burce Peninsula, bringing a seasoned, pragmatic perspective to his latest work. Beautifully illustrated, inspiring and often humorous, this book is infused with that staple of good gardening: the promise of what is possible. The author offers hundreds of solutions and options for the perennial garden, suggesting plant combinations for every phase of the growing season. Whether you're cajoling a tiny backyard plot into beauty or facing a landscape of intimidating proportions, Lima has much to teach both the novice and the seasoned gardener about the creative act of garden-making.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Wry, witty, and packed with creative ideas ... a valuable and enjoyable addition to any gardener's library. (Better Homes and Gardens Special Interests )

About the Author

Patrick Lima shares his gardening secrets and strategies in several books, including Herbs/i> and The Harrowsmith Perennial Garden.

John Scanlan's photographs have appeared in many books and magazines.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Firefly Books (March 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1552092194
• ISBN-13: 978-1552092194
• Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 8.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,082,325 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars An excellent gardening book!, March 15, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Art of Perennial Gardening: Creative Ways with Hardy Flowers (Paperback)

Patrick Lima and John Scanlan once again have produced a lovely and informative book for gardeners. I am writing from zone 2, where gardening is a challenge! I found many useful ideas, and practical "how-to's". I have read it from cover to cover, and wait eagerly for the snow to melt, so I can try some of their ideas. Buy this book, it is money well spent!

20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars ONE OF THE BEST GARDENING DESIGN BOOKS!, November 16, 1999

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EllenC (Cincinnati, OH zone 6) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Art of Perennial Gardening: Creative Ways with Hardy Flowers (Paperback)

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! This book took me from color to design to planning borders so that something is in bloom all the time. The photographs provided identification of plants and I have found myself returning to them again and again to study the author's compositions. I also shared his views on gardening's place in one's life. Highly recommend.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Written with humor and clarity. EXCELLENT., October 21, 1999

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Susan Schlabach (South Royalton, Vermont) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Art of Perennial Gardening: Creative Ways with Hardy Flowers (Paperback)

Patrick Lima is without question my favorite garden writer. He is knowledgable and witty, and really offers comprehensive material for gardening with perennials in a zone 4 region. I can't recommend this book highly enough. John's photos are spectacular.